American beef plants are under threat as the number of cattle destined for their facilities stays far below historical levels, reflecting the smallest herd in more than half a century. Cattle placed ...

U.S. beef plants face unprecedented pressure as a Mexican cattle import halt — imposed to prevent screwworm spread — leaves processors undersupplied and forced to shutter facilities. The border ...

U.S. cattle inventories are at their lowest since the 1950s, totaling 86.7 million head as of January 1, 2025. Arkansas cattle inventory in 2025 totaled 1.56 million, Kentucky totaled 1.85 million, ...

Number 175 is due to calve. She is coming with her third calf. She is a high producing cow. She is a Jersey. All of these factors warn us to be looking for the development of a condition the industry ...